A linear and a square-packed molecules are shown below

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A linear and a square-packed molecules are shown below. Assume that if the molecules are drawn as touching, each atomic pair is (really) at their equilibrium seperation r0. In terms of epsilon , estimate the total Ebond for arrangement #1 and #2 using the pair-wise PE given in the problem. Briefly explain which arrangement is easier to break apart. Consider the energy due to the n-n bonds only

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